LXE MX3Plus User manual

MX3Plus User’s Guide

(Microsoft

®

Windows

®

CE 5.0 Equipped)

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Language: English

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Initial Release June 2004.

The user is strongly encouraged to read Appendix B - Regulatory Notices and Safety Information.

Important safety cautions, warnings and regulatory information is contained in Appendix B.

Important: This symbol is placed on the product to remind users to dispose of Waste Electrical and Electronic

Equipment (WEEE) appropriately, per Directive 2002-96-EC. In most areas, this product can be recycled,

reclaimed and re-used when properly discarded. Do not discard labeled units with trash. For information about

proper disposal, contact LXE through your local sales representative, or visit www lxe com.

Revision Notice

MX3Plus User’s Guide

Upgrade From Revision A to Revision B

Section Explanation

Appendix B Regulatory Notices and

Safety Information

Updated approvals for 802.11 a/b/g radio.

Removed Summit Declaration of Compliance for consistency.

Note: A complete revision history is included in Appendix B, “Regulatory Notices and Safety Information”.

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION 1

Overview....................................................................................................................1

Identifying the MX3Plus Computer .........................................................................................2

Related Manuals .......................................................................................................................3

Document Conventions ............................................................................................................4

Environmental Specifications...................................................................................................

4

Warnings and Labels................................................................................................

5

Laser Scanner............................................................................................................................5

MX3Plus ...................................................................................................................................5

Battery Well Vent Aperture......................................................................................................6

Components..............................................................................................................7

Front and Back Views ..............................................................................................................7

Endcap Options.........................................................................................................................8

MX3Plus without Touchscreen................................................................................ 9

Quick Start................................................................................................................. 9

Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................9

About Lithium-Ion Batteries...................................................................................10

Insert Main Battery..................................................................................................11

Check Battery Status...............................................................................................................11

Optional Devices.....................................................................................................12

Attach Handstrap (Optional)...................................................................................................12

Attach the Stylus Clip (Optional) ...........................................................................................12

Attach to Hip-Flip (Optional) .................................................................................................

13

Connect External Power Supply to MX3Plus or Cradle (Optional).......................................14

Connect MX3Plus Audio Jack (Optional)..............................................................................

15

Connect Remote Antenna (Optional) .....................................................................................

15

Power Button........................................................................................................... 16

Restart Sequence.....................................................................................................................16

Tapping the Touchscreen with a Stylus................................................................ 17

Keypad Shortcuts....................................................................................................................

17

Entering the Multi AppLock Activation Key.......................................................... 18

Using a Stylus Tap..................................................................................................................

18

Using the Switch Key Sequence.............................................................................................18

Touchscreen............................................................................................................

19

Calibration ..............................................................................................................................19

Set The Display Contrast ........................................................................................................

20

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Set the Display Backlight Timer.............................................................................................20

Set The Display Brightness ....................................................................................................20

Set the Power Schemes Timers...............................................................................................21

Battery Power Scheme .........................................................................................................

21

AC Power Scheme ...............................................................................................................

21

Set The Audio Speaker Volume.............................................................................22

Using the Keypad ...................................................................................................................22

Using the Touchscreen ...........................................................................................................22

Enter Data................................................................................................................ 23

Keypad Entry ..........................................................................................................................23

Stylus Entry ............................................................................................................................23

Input Panel ..............................................................................................................................23

Integrated Laser Scanner Data Entry......................................................................................24

Using a Headset and Voice for Data Entry.............................................................................

25

Connecting the Audio Cable and a Headset.........................................................................

25

Adjust Microphone and Secure the Cable............................................................................25

Entering Data........................................................................................................................26

Tethered Scanner ....................................................................................................................26

Bluetooth Devices................................................................................................... 27

Getting Help.............................................................................................................28

Manuals...................................................................................................................................28

Accessories .............................................................................................................................28

THE MX3PLUS HAND HELD COMPUTER 33

Touchscreen Display.............................................................................................. 33

Applying the Protective Film to the Display ..........................................................................33

Display Backlight ...................................................................................................................33

Touchscreen Calibration.........................................................................................................

34

Cleaning the Glass Display/Scanner Aperture .......................................................................34

Scan Buttons ...........................................................................................................................

35

Field Exit Key Function (IBM 5250/TN5250 Only) ...........................................................36

Scan Buttons and the SCNR LED........................................................................................36

Endcaps and COM Ports........................................................................................37

Endcap Combinations.............................................................................................................

38

Tethered Scanners...................................................................................................................38

USB Port.................................................................................................................................

38

IR Port.....................................................................................................................................39

The Keypad..............................................................................................................40

Key Functions.........................................................................................................................

40

Field Exit Key Function (IBM 5250/TN5250 Only)..............................................................

41

Caps Key and CapsLock Mode ..............................................................................................41

Keypress Sequences................................................................................................................

41

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Custom Key Maps ..................................................................................................................41

LED Functions........................................................................................................................42

Batteries...................................................................................................................43

Main Battery ...........................................................................................................................

43

Backup Battery .......................................................................................................................

43

Battery Hot-Swapping ............................................................................................................43

Battery Chargers.....................................................................................................44

LXE Multi-Charger Plus.........................................................................................................44

External Power Supply (Optional) .......................................................................................

44

Storage Cradles ......................................................................................................

45

Status LED..............................................................................................................................45

Desktop Cradle for MX3Plus .................................................................................................46

Connectors............................................................................................................................46

Vehicle Mount Cradle for MX3Plus.......................................................................................47

Connectors............................................................................................................................47

ActiveSync with a Cradle .......................................................................................................47

Tethered Scanner and a Cradle ...............................................................................................48

The Passive Vehicle Cradle ....................................................................................................48

APPENDIX A KEY MAPS 49

Keypad..................................................................................................................... 49

Key Map 101-Key Equivalencies...........................................................................................49

3270 Key Sequences...............................................................................................................53

5250 Key Sequences...............................................................................................................53

APPENDIX B REGULATORY NOTICES AND SAFETY INFORMATION 55

Approvals ................................................................................................................ 57

Revision History......................................................................................................

61

INDEX 63

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Illustrations

Figure 1 CDRH / IEC 825 Caution Label Location – MX3Plus, Back................................................................5

Figure 2 Caution Label – Laser Scanner..............................................................................................................5

Figure 3 Vent Aperture in Battery Well – Do Not Cover ....................................................................................6

Figure 4 Front ......................................................................................................................................................7

Figure 5 Back.......................................................................................................................................................7

Figure 6 Endcaps..................................................................................................................................................8

Figure 8 Battery Contacts in Battery Compartment...........................................................................................11

Figure 9 Main Battery ........................................................................................................................................11

Figure 10 MX3Plus With Handstrap Installed ...................................................................................................12

Figure 11 Hip-Flip Accessory............................................................................................................................13

Figure 12 US AC/DC 12V Power Supply and Automotive Power Adapter ......................................................14

Figure 13 International AC/DC 12V Power Supply ..........................................................................................14

Figure 14 Connect External Power Supply........................................................................................................14

Figure 20 Connect Audio Jack...........................................................................................................................15

Figure 21 Power Button .....................................................................................................................................16

Figure 22 End-User Multi Applock Touch Panel Segment................................................................................18

Figure 23 Touchscreen Recalibration ................................................................................................................19

Figure 24 Scan Beam .........................................................................................................................................24

Figure 25 Scanner LED Location ......................................................................................................................24

Figure 26 Audio Cable and Headset ..................................................................................................................25

Figure 27 Touchscreen Display .........................................................................................................................33

Figure 28 Touchscreen Recalibration ................................................................................................................34

Figure 29 Programmable Buttons ......................................................................................................................35

Figure 30 Endcap and COM Ports .....................................................................................................................37

Figure 31 Labeled Ports and Cables...................................................................................................................37

Figure 32 IR Port (COM 2)................................................................................................................................39

Figure 33 The QWERTY Keypad......................................................................................................................40

Figure 34 LED Functions...................................................................................................................................42

Figure 35 MX3 Multi-Charger Plus...................................................................................................................44

Figure 36 US AC/DC 12V Power Supply and Cigarette Lighter Adapter.........................................................44

Figure 37 International AC/DC 12V Power Supply ..........................................................................................44

Figure 38 ActiveSync Cable Connected to Serial port on Cradle ......................................................................47

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Introduction

Overview

The LXE® MX3Plus is a rugged, portable, hand-held Microsoft® Windows® CE 5.0 equipped

mobile computer capable of wireless data communications. The mobile device can transmit

information using wireless LAN radios with internal antennas or an external remote mount

antenna. It can store information for later transmission through an RS-232, InfraRed, or USB port.

The device can be scaled from a limited function batch computer to an integrated wireless

scanning computer.

The mobile device is horizontally oriented and features backlighting for the display. The touch-

screen display supports graphic features and Windows icons that the installed Windows operating

system supports. The keys on the keypad are constructed of a phosphorescent material that can

easily be seen in dimly lighted areas.

Device-specific cables are available for all versions. The stylus in the Stylus Kit (shipped with

each unit) is used to assist in entering data and configuring the unit. Protective film for the

touchscreen is available as an accessory.

Note: Until the main battery and backup battery are completely depleted, the mobile device is

always drawing power from the main and backup batteries (On).

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Identifying the MX3Plus Computer

MX3Plus

The MX3Plus is identified by the “MX3Plus” logo located at the bottom right of the keypad.

The MX3Plus is covered in this document and the MX3Plus Reference Guide.

MX3X, MX3P

The MX3X and MX3P are identified by the “MX3X” logo located above the keypad.

The MX3X and MX3P are not covered in this document. Please refer to the MX3X User’s Guide

and the MX3X Reference Guide for information on the MX3X and MX3P.

MX3-RFID

The MX3-RFID is identified by the “MX3X” logo located above the keypad and the presence of

an integrated RFID module.

The MX3-RFID is not covered in this document. Please refer to the MX3-RFID User’s Guide and

the MX3-RFID Reference Guide for information on the MX3-RFID.

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Related Manuals

MX3Plus The MX3Plus Reference Guide contains MX3Plus technical information and

instruction. An abbreviated user’s guide (LXEbook – MX3Plus User’s Guide) is

available for download to the MX3Plus device from the LXE Manuals CD or the

LXE ServicePass website.

Cradle Please refer to the MX3 Cradle Reference Guide for technical information relating

to the MX3Plus-compatible Desk Top and Vehicle Mount cradles.

Charger Please refer to the MX3 Multi-Charger Plus User’s Guide for instruction and

technical information relating to charging/analyzing MX3Plus batteries in a multi-

charging station.

Scanner To set up the integrated SE955 scanner barcode parameters, please refer to the

Integrated Scanner Programming Guide on the LXE Manuals CD or the LXE

website.

Note: Always store unused devices with a fully charged main battery installed. LXE

recommends an in-use mobile device be frequently connected to an external power

source to retain optimum power levels in the main battery and the backup battery. When

the backup battery and main battery are dead, the mobile device reverts to its default

values when a fully charged main battery is installed and the device is powered On

again.

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Document Conventions

ALL CAPS All caps are used to represent disk directories, file names, and application names.

Menu | Choice

Rather than use the phrase “choose the Save command from the File menu”, this guide

uses the convention “choose File | Save”.

“Quotes” or

Italics

Indicates the title of a book, chapter or a section within a chapter (for example,

“Document Conventions” or Document Conventions).

< > Indicates a key on the keypad (for example, <Enter> ).

Indicates a reference to other documentation.

ATTENTION

Keyword that indicates vital or pivotal information to follow.

Attention symbol that indicates vital or pivotal information to follow. Also, when

marked on product, means to refer to the user’s guide.

International fuse replacement symbol. When marked on the product, the label

includes fuse ratings in volts (v) and amperes (a) for the product.

Note: Keyword that indicates immediately relevant information.

CAUTION

Keyword that indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING

Keyword that indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

DANGER

Keyword that indicates a imminent hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature

32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C) [non-condensing]

Storage Temperature -22°F to 158°F (-30°C to 70°C) [non-condensing]

Water and Dust IEC IP66

Operating Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing at 104°F (40°C)

Vibration Based on MIL Std 810D

ESD 8 kV air, 4kV contact

Shock 75G, 5ms duration, 100 shock impacts

Note: Environmental Specifications for the MX3 Cradles are contained in the MX3 Cradle Reference Guide

.

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Warnings and Labels

Laser Scanner

• Do not look into the laser’s lens.

• Do not stare directly into the laser beam.

• Do not remove the laser caution labels from the MX3Plus.

• Do not connect the laser barcode window to any other device. The laser barcode

window is certified for use with the MX3Plus only.

Caution:

Laser radiation when open. Please read the caution labels.

Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those

specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

MX3Plus

Figure 1 CDRH / IEC 825 Caution Label

Location – MX3Plus, Back

Figure 2 Caution Label – Laser

Scanner

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Battery Well Vent Aperture

Caution

The vent aperture in the battery well should never be blocked with any device other than an

approved LXE main battery. The vent aperture functions to relieve any heat or pressure that may

build up in the mobile device during everyday use.

Figure 3 Vent Aperture in Battery Well – Do Not Cover

If the vent hole is covered by an object, e.g. a tracking label, other than an approved LXE main

battery, the touch screen may be damaged. If damage occurs to the touch screen, please contact

your LXE representative for the process to follow when returning the device to LXE for repair.

Note that the MX3Plus has a dust and water protection enclosure rating of IEC 60529 compliant to

IP66.

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Components

Front and Back Views

MX3Plus

B

SCNR

M

CHGR

`

Figure 4 Front

1 Endcap 9 Shift LED

2 Display 10 Caps LED

3 Scan, Enter or Field Exit (programmable) 11 Scanner LED

4 Beeper 12 Backup Battery LED

5 On/Off Button 13 Status LED

6 2

nd

LED 14 Main Battery LED

7 Alt LED 15 Charger LED

8 Ctrl LED 16 Scan or Enter (programmable)

Figure 5 Back

1 Endcap 5 Main Battery

2 Leather Handstrap Connector 6 Stylus

3 IR Port (Com 2 Port) 7 Back Cover

4 Cradle Input Contacts

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Endcap Options

Figure 6 Endcaps

1

DC Power Jack 3 Right Port

2

Left Port 4 Audio Jack or External Antenna Connector

Note: The IR port on the back of the mobile device is COM 2.

Left Port (2) Right Port (3) See (4)

Serial COM3 Serial COM1 Audio Jack

Serial COM3 USB Client Audio Jack

USB Host Serial COM1 Audio Jack

USB Host USB Client Audio Jack

Scanner Serial COM1 Audio Jack

Scanner USB Client Audio Jack

Serial COM3 Serial COM1 Antenna

Serial COM3 USB Client Antenna

USB Host Serial COM1 Antenna

USB Host USB Client Antenna

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MX3Plus without Touchscreen

If an MX3Plus is not equipped with a touchscreen of if your system administrator has disabled the

touchscreen, please see the Keypad Shortcuts section, later in this manual, for helpful keypress

sequences.

Your system administrator may need to use LXEConnect to configure the MX3Plus. Complete

details on using LXEConnect to configure the MX3Plus are in the MX3Plus Reference Guide.

Quick Start

Important

If the mobile device has AppLock installed, please refer to MX3Plus Reference Guide,

AppLock for setup and processing information before continuing.

Note: When your mobile device is pre-configured, the radio, PCMCIA card and endcaps are

assembled by LXE to your specifications.

This section’s instructions are based on the assumption that your new system is pre-configured

and requires only accessory installation (e.g. handstrap, stylus) and a power source. LXE

recommends that installation or removal of accessories be performed on a clean, well-lit surface.

When necessary, protect the work surface, the mobile device, and components from electrostatic

discharge.

This guide takes you through an introduction to and operation of the MX3Plus.

In general, the sequence of events is:

1. Insert a fully charged battery and press the Power button.

2. Connect an external power source to the unit (if required).

3. If the screen does not automatically display, press the Power button.

4. Adjust screen display, audio volume and other parameters if desired.

Note: Do not connect a tethered scanner cable to a USB-C or USB-H labeled endcap port.

These ports cannot power a tethered scanner.

Troubleshooting

Can’t align the screen,

change the date/time or

adjust the volume.

AppLock is installed and running on the mobile device.

AppLock restricts access to the control panels. Contact your

System Administrator.

Touchscreen is not

accepting stylus taps or need

recalibration.

Press <Ctrl>+<Esc> to force the Start Menu to appear. Use

the tab, backtab and cursor keys to move the cursor from

element to element.

MX3Plus seems to lockup

as soon as it is warm

booted.

There may be slight delays while the wireless client connects

to the network, authorization for voice-enabled applications

complete, Wavelink Avalanche management of the MX3Plus

startup completes, and Bluetooth relationships establish or re-

establish. When the desktop appears or an application begins,

the MX3Plus is ready for use.

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About Lithium-Ion Batteries

Li-Ion batteries (like all batteries) gradually lose their capacity over time (in a linear fashion) and

never just stop working. This is important to remember – this mobile device is always ‘on’ even

when in the Suspend state and draws battery power at all times. Use the Start | Settings | Control

Panel | Power | Battery tab to check the battery status and power reading.

Always replace the used main battery with a fully charged main battery. The Battery Low

Warning LED illuminates red at approximately 35% of power left in the main battery. You need to

determine the point at which battery life becomes unacceptable for your business practices and

replace the main battery before that point.

Note: Until the main battery and backup battery are completely depleted, the mobile device is

always drawing power from the batteries (On).

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Insert Main Battery

Press the Power button after the battery is inserted into the battery compartment.

Note: New batteries must be charged prior to first use. This process takes up to four hours in

an LXE Multi-Charger Plus and eight hours with an external power source connected to

the power jack on the endcap of the mobile device.

Figure 7 Battery Contacts in Battery Compartment

The Main Battery compartment is located at the bottom of the back of the computer. The arrows in

the figure titled Battery Contacts point to the battery contacts in the computer. The figure titled

Main Battery shows the cradle and charger contacts on the back of the main battery.

Figure 8 Main Battery

Place the battery in the compartment, making sure the side of the battery with six contacts matches

up with the battery contacts in the computer battery compartment. Do not slide the battery

sideways into the compartment.

Firmly press the battery into the compartment until the Retaining Clip on the battery clicks. The

battery is now securely fastened to the computer. The computer draws power from the battery

immediately upon successful connection.

Note: Do not cover the vent aperture in the battery well (vent aperture is located in the top left

area of the battery well) with anything other than the main battery.

Check Battery Status

Tap the Start | Settings | Control Panel | Power icon. Main and backup battery level, status and

Power Scheme timeout setting options are displayed.

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Optional Devices

Attach Handstrap (Optional)

Once installed, the elastic handstrap provides a means for the user to secure the computer to their

hand. It is adjustable to fit practically any size hand and does not interfere with battery charging

when the MX3Plus is in a cradle.

Figure 9 MX3Plus With Handstrap Installed

Tool Required: #1 Phillips Screwdriver

Installation

1. Place the MX3Plus, with the screen facing down, on a flat stable surface.

2. Attach the handstrap to the MX3Plus with the screws and washers provided.

3. Test the strap's connection making sure the MX3Plus is securely connected to each end of the

strap connectors.

Attach the Stylus Clip (Optional)

Carefully remove the paper backing from the Stylus Clip sticky. Firmly press the sticky side of the

clip onto the mobile device and hold in place for 15 seconds. Thread the tether through the end of

the stylus and tie the ends firmly to the Stylus Clip so that the ends don’t interfere with placing the

stylus in the Stylus Clip. Place the stylus in the Stylus Clip when not in use.

An extra or replacement stylus can be ordered from LXE. See the section titled Accessories for the

stylus part number.

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